Travel & Explore | USA | Las Vegas, Nevada | Stratosphere Casino Hotel Nevada Stratosphere Casino Hotel Twice the height of any other building in the city - the tallest building west of the Mississippi, and the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States. The Stratosphere Tower features indoor and outdoor observation decks, the world's highest thrill rides and a 360-seat revolving restaurant and cocktail lounge. Guests are whisked from the ground floor to the observation decks in less than 35 seconds via double-decker elevators traveling at speeds of 1,800 feet per minute or three floors a second. Once you've arrived, you can ride the Big Shot, which shoots riders 160 feet in the air in 2.5 seconds; or the all-new X Scream, a teeter-totter-like ride that tilts passengers 30 feet over the edge of the tower.

If you're looking for a different kind of a thrill, browse the 50 specialty shops in The Tower Shops, lounge by the 67,000-square-foot resort pool and recreation deck or play in the 80,000-square-foot gaming area in the hotel, which also features nearly 2,500 guest rooms and suites. The bright, cheery casino offers competitive gaming odds, 1,600 slot machines, table games, poker room and sports book. Inside the Theatre of the Stars, you can see the variety show "Viva Las Vegas" in the afternoon and "American Superstars" - a tribute to today's and yesterday's hottest stars, Britney Spears, Elvis Presley, Christina Aguilera, Charlie Daniels, Michael Jackson and Ricky Martin - in the evening.

Dining options include the Courtyard Buffet; Roxy's Diner, a 1950s-style eatery serving burgers, fries and shakes; Fellini's Ristorante Italiano; Oyster Bar and inland dishes of Mexico at the Crazy Armadillo; the vintage Vegas-themed Lucky's Café coffee shop and the Top of the World gourmet restaurant, which revolves 360-degrees every hour. The Trick Art Museum - the latest addition to the Stratosphere - features Japanese art techniques that transform flat paintings into "living" three-dimensional artwork. This interactive museum allows people to see, touch and photograph the paintings. Location: Stratosphere Tower observation deck - Stratosphere Tower observation deck Las Vegas - Vegas Attractions | Vegas.com Stratosphere Tower observation deck Attraction Type: Observation Tower/Ride Location: Located at the Stratosphere hotel-casino , just north of the intersection of the Vegas Strip and Sahara Avenue.

Phone: (702) 380-7777 Phone: (800) 99-TOWER View the city in 360-degree panorama at Las Vegas' Stratosphere Tower, the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States at 1,149 feet. Inside Attractions Stratosphere Tower observation deck details & tips Location: Located at the Stratosphere hotel-casino , just north of the intersection of the Vegas Strip and Sahara Avenue. Operation Times: Main Hours Monday:10:00 AM to 1:00 AM Tuesday:10:00 AM to 1:00 AM Wednesday:10:00 AM to 1:00 AM Thursday:10:00 AM to 1:00 AM Friday:10:00 AM to 2:00 AM Saturday:10:00 AM to 2:00 AM Sunday:10:00 AM to 1:00 AM Prices from: Admission is $20 for adults and $5 for hotel guests. Children 4 - 12 are $12.

Children under 3 are free, but they cannot ride any of the rides. Various packages are also available: Tower admission plus all-day pass: $39.95; three rides, $35; two rides, $30; one ride, $25. Express pass is an additional $10. Restrictions: Cash, Visa, MasterCard. Stratosphere Tower observation deck description Since its opening in 1996, the 1,149-foot-tall Stratosphere Tower has captured the attention of celebrities and tourists alike with its rock star view. Set at an astounding 869 feet high with a 360-view of the city, the Stratosphere's outdoor observation deck is the tallest of its kind in the country. The deck is so high up that you can see helicopters at eye level. But even riding in one of the helicopters can't compare to the thrill of the Stratosphere rides, which overlook the Strip from the top of the tower. While Las Vegas is the ultimate party destination, there are quite a few people who visit exclusively for the thrill rides.

The Stratosphere offers four out-of-this world rides sure to get you screaming, including the Big Shot , Insanity, X Scream and the controlled free-fall SkyJump . If these rides are too intense, there's no need to miss out on all the fun. Visitors can get some liquid courage at Air Bar or watch their adventurous friends on the rides from the 857-foot high indoor deck. One of the best times to come out to the deck is near sunset. Guests can admire the rainbow of colors in the sky followed by the lights illuminating the city just minutes after. For a romantic evening with a view, guests can also wine and dine at the Top of the World restaurant. This restaurant features a moving floor which takes a complete hour to rotate a full 360 degrees. After dinner, guests can relax in the intimate setting of the Level 107 Lounge . View full description 2000 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89104 View the map Casino Stratosphere Receive $ 32 free with every $ 20 deposit Casino Stratosphere Located on Las Vegas’ world-famous Strip, Stratosphere Casino certainly lives up to its name.

The famous tower in which it’s based is the tallest building in the city, and the tallest observation tower in the United States! The Stratosphere Tower Owned by Whitehall Street Real Estate Funds (an affiliate of Goldman, Sachs & Co.), the Stratosphere Tower is certainly a unique location. The building is some 350m (1158ft) tall, and is the highest observation tower in the USA. In fact, were it not for Toronto’s CN tower, it would be the tallest observation tower in the Western Hemisphere. The hotel itself is situated in a separate 24-storey building, with 2,427 room and a 7,400m² casino. Being situated in the Strip means it’s close to many of Las Vegas’ most popular attractions: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area (2km away) A wide selection of golf courses Valley of Fire State Park Madame Tussauds Mount Charleston It’s also the most northerly of Las Vegas’ famous casinos . Indeed, it’s technically the only one situated in Vegas itself, as to it south lie the settlements of Paradise and Winchester.

This interesting blend of location, style and scale certainly came with a suitably impressive price tag: when Whitehall Street purchased American Casino & Entertainment Properties (then owners of the Stratosphere, along with three other properties) in February 2008, it paid $1.3 billion. A history of the Stratosphere Casino The Stratosphere Casino was designed by Bob Stupak in the early Nineties. Although by no means your average building – even by Las Vegas standards – the original design had called for something truly out of the ordinary. Among the planned attractions was a giant gorilla, which would carry customers up the length of the tower’s columns. The building was originally supposed to be taller than Toronto’s CN Tower. However, concerns about it interfering with flights from Las Vegas’ International Airport ensured it was restricted to a still-impressive 350m. These early struggles very much set the tone for the Stratosphere Tower’s birth and early years, as its history shows. August 29, 1993: A fire breaks out during construction. Nobody was injured, but the project was delayed. 1995: Grand Casinos becomes a partner in the project.

Stratosphere Corporation is formed and floated, enabling people to buy shares in it. April 30, 1996: The tower officially opens January 27, 1997: unable to meet its mortgage repayments, Stratosphere Corporation files for bankruptcy protection. The bankruptcy put paid to ongoing efforts to build a second tower, of which a few floors had already been built. It did enable Carl Icahn to step in though. Icahn used one of his companies to purchase a controlling majority from the outstanding bonds, and get the project back on track. A substantial expansion of the facilities was completed in 2001, at a cost of $1 billion. Although this boosted capacity significantly (adding a further 1,000 hotel rooms in a separate tower), again, it wasn’t quite as grandiose as first planned. The original plans had called for a rollercoaster to be built that actually crossed Las Vegas Boulevard. However, the required planning permission was never granted by Las Vegas City Council, following concerns regarding the noise level it would generate. Restaurants at the Stratosphere Casino Las Vegas There’s no shortage of fantastic dining options in the Stratosphere Casino!

The obvious choice is the Top of the World revolving restaurant, which can be found at the top of the Stratosphere Tower. Those with less of a head for heights may wish to check out Fellini’s Italian restaurant, with its famous all-day, eat-all-you-can buffet. There’s also Roxy’s, a Fifties-themed diner, and the Lucky Café, with a menu reminiscent of Las Vegasin its heyday. Stratosphere facts and figures Finally, here is and overview of the Stratosphere Las Vegas. Address: 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Opened: April 30, 1996 Total gaming space: 7,400m² (80,000 sq ft) Total number of rooms: 2,427 Parent company:WhitehallStreet Real Estate Funds For further information, including how to reserve a room there, please visit the official Casino Stratosphere website . Stratosphere Tower Reviews - Las Vegas, Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada Luxury Travelers Apr 26, 2016 The hotel is not so great, however the view from the tower is not to be missed.

The last time I was there was before the days of smart-phones otherwise I would have pictures to share. Trust me its a great view. Recommended for:Local CultureFamily TravelersAdventure Travelers Comment. Art & Design Lovers Mar 29, 2016 Solid drinks with a magnificent view of the strip. Also has several thrill rides on top, though you may want to hold off on the drinks until after you ride. Recommended for:FoodiesLuxury TravelersAdventure TravelersNightlife Lovers Comment. Art & Design Lovers Mar 20, 2016 I am okay with my experience here. The views are okay, and the food and rides could be fun for some people. However, be warned, this is pretty much at the end of the strip. You'll need to get on either a cab or the light rail. Even with the light rail, we still had to walk a good 15-20 mins through a bit dodgy part of the strip. Recommended for:Local Culture Art & Design Lovers Jan 16, 2016 If you go here you have to go to the the top of the stratosphere.

The view and rides give a very unique experience Recommended for:Family TravelersAdventure TravelersNightlife Lovers Comment. Brooklyn, New York State, USA Local Culture Nightlife Lovers Nov 18, 2015 Loved the views from 108 floor it was spectacular, the rides look scary but thrilling up there, there is so much to do restaurants , shopping and bars!! Recommended for:FoodiesAdventure TravelersNightlife Lovers Art & Design Lovers Nov 09, 2015 Fairly budget friendly hotel, but crazy rides and view from the top. Not for the weak!!' Recommended for:Family TravelersAdventure TravelersNightlife Lovers Comment. Trendsters Nov 06, 2015 The rides are cool - just being up there and thrashing around face down to the bottom of the street is terrifying! Paying $200+ to do the sky jump, which has been outdated is a bit much. Note to the operators, make the suits you jump in NOT the color of the sky - you can't see yourself in the video until you get super close. Great for a one time thing, but wouldn't do it again.

Recommended for:Outdoor EnthusiastsStudentsAdventure TravelersTrendsters North Las Vegas, Nevada Sep 08, 2015 Try the "top of the world" restaurant where you can get a whole 360 degree view of the greater Las Vegas valley. Comment. Art & Design Lovers Jul 23, 2015 If you are trying to face your fear of heights, the Stratosphere tower is a great place to conquer your phobia. At 1,149 ft., the tower's observation deck offers the very best 360-degree view of the Strip and surrounding Las Vegas valley and beyond. For those that are brave enough to venture up the tower, you'll enjoy some great photo ops. If you need some liquid courage to try one of the daredevil rides that are up there, stop into AirBar or Level 107 Lounge for a custom cocktail. Recommended for:Outdoor EnthusiastsAdventure Travelers Trendsters Jul 19, 2015 Beautiful view of the city, but located in a seedy area of town. You shouldn't have any problems if you go straight into the resort, but I certainly wouldn't walk there!

If you're into thrill rides, you'll enjoy what they have to offer at the top! Recommended for:Family TravelersAdventure Travelers Foodies Apr 10, 2015 You can get a nice view of Las Vegas from the top of the Stratosphere Tower. Comment. New York City, New York State, USA Local Culture Art & Design Lovers Mar 06, 2015 Billed as the tallest building west of the Mississippi and also one of the most recognizable building in the Las Vegas skyline, the Stratosphere Tower is landmark in and of itself. In addition, to several excellent restaurants, the tower also offers rides including; The Big Shot, Insanity, the Sky Jump and X-scream. Recommended for:Local CultureFamily TravelersAdventure TravelersTrendsters Comment. North Las Vegas, Nevada Feb 22, 2015 20 Minutes from the house the Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower is one of the world’s most recognizable icons, located on the Las Vegas Strip. Soaring 1,149 feet tall, our one-of-a-kind Tower defines the Vegas skyline, offering unparalleled, panoramic views of Las Vegas.

Over 1,000 feet high features four rides on the very top, all of them terrifying. And for your fine dining enjoy one of the best restaurant in all Las Vegas The Top of the World. Located more than 800 feet above Las Vegas strip this award winning Restaurant offers a dining experience like no other with fine dining restaurant features culinary delights served in an elegant atmosphere with unparalleled views of the city as the restaurant revolves 360 degrees every 80 minutes. Recommended for:Business TravelersFamily TravelersLuxury TravelersAdventure Travelers Comment. Trendsters Jan 21, 2015 The Stratosphere Tower! The top of the strip and one of the greatest views in the city! But unfortunately a bit far from some of the main action. Comment. Art & Design Lovers Oct 25, 2014 The Stratosphere Tower, within the Las Vegas Stratosphere Hotel and Casino, offers a full array of shops, fast food restaurants, and snack shops.

Recommended for:FoodiesArt & Design Lovers Art & Design Lovers Sep 26, 2014 It was nice to get free entrance to the top of the tower with your stay at Stratosphere. The line is 40+/- mins long. It depends on the time you get there and if you want to catch the sunset. The view of the city is great however the night we went to visit the top, there was a private party that closed off 1/4 of the top. Comment. Stratosphere Hotel Stratosphere Hotel 2000 Las Vegas Blvd S Las Vegas, US At the Stratosphere Hotel and Casino on the North Strip, you're always at the top of Las Vegas luxury. Best Feature: Best Views in Vegas 3.45 1. Search deals for a night stay. 2. Find your check in date below. 3. Rate shown is average rate for 2 nights. * Room Rates shown above reflect the average nightly rate for a 2 night stay with the calendar date as the check-in date. Site visitors should verify actual rates, availability, terms, promotions and deals directly with the hotel. Rates are also subject to availability and change without notice.

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If you find a better price online for the same trip after you book, that price will be matched and you'll be refunded the difference. Fully Refundable *Promotions listed are subject to change without notice and based on availability. We make no guarantee that the promotions listed are available. Stratosphere Hotel Events NO Shows Stratosphere Hotel Summary Features: The Stratosphere Hotel and Casino is the tallest building in Las Vegas, and you can't miss the hotel's tower rising off the North Strip just two miles from downtown Las Vegas and the convention center. At the Stratosphere Hotel in Las Vegas guests can stay, play and dine 1,000 feet above the streets of Sin City. The Stratosphere's nearly 2,500 hotel rooms range from the standard Vegas fare to luxury, and provide some of the best views of Vegas and the Sin City skyline. The Stratosphere Hotel and Casino also hosts fantastic dining, like the Top of the World Restaurant, thrilling rides, such as the Big Shot and X-Scream (both at the top of the tower), and fantastic shows, from the family-friendly American Superstars tribute show to the adults-only, sexy vampire revue, Bite.

The Stratosphere is a one-stop, 113-story Las Vegas playground and home. Why We Stay: Disregarding the comfortable rooms, the awesome eight-story pool complex and the perfect location for trips to the Vegas Strip, the Convention Center and Downtown, we're left with the obvious -- it's the tallest tower west of the Mississippi. Top of the World: A revolving restaurant that serves (albeit only decent) steaks, seafood and continental lunch and dinner is great, but this is also the highest restaurant in Las Vegas, which means the views are unrivaled. A Top of the World lounge features jazz and DJ's just off the observation deck. The Observation Deck: We're not going to sink any lower, but to say that while the Top of the World restaurant is fantastic, standing outside 1,000 feet above the Vegas Strip and (uncomfortably) high over the Vegas skyline is just, wow. The Big Shot Ride: No, 1,000 feet is not enough, we need to be zipped up that tower spike about 160 feet higher. And if that could be done in say, 2.5 seconds, that would be great. Yeah, it can be done.

Inside Knowledge: Sometime we just crave singing waitresses from the 50s. Remember that, how the waitresses in the 50s all used to sing? No? Well, at Roxy's Diner, a 50s style-joint, the servers all sing. Plus the restaurant is open until midnight, so it provides the perfect end to an afternoon of drinking. Whatever you do, don't go in hungover -- this place is deadly loud if you're having a rough morning. Do's and Don'ts: Do Hit the pool: The eight-story Stratosphere hotel complex has a rock waterfall, volleyball nets and cabanas. A separate outdoor pool is for adults only. Do Catch a show: The sexy vamps of Bite are suitably located in the heights of the Stratosphere, but you can also hit Images to catch a cabaret or Vegas' newest dueling piano show. Don't Drink and ride: The roller coasters are high, and fast, and the last thing anybody wants is someone getting sick 1,000 feet above the Strip. Hold it in or ride sober.

Don't Walk the Strip: If you are all about walking, then by all means trek away, otherwise hop across the street to the Sahara and catch the Monorail south. The Monorail is only worth it from this far North, because the walk is brutal. Type of visit: It's hit or miss at this place The Stratosphere casino is awesome. Very low-key, comfortable, friendly feel. The limits are right, the space is great, the eating options are for anyone. Roxy's diner is fun when you get some employees singing, the poker room is good--friendly dealers and good tournaments--and a vast array of slots. The downside is, at times, the hotel. The first time I stayed there I asked for two beds... they gave me one and wouldn't change it. I also found someone's airline itinerary and socks in there. The next two trips there--made because it's so cheap--were quite good. There are no rows in this table. Sorry, your browser doesnt support iframes.

Stratosphere Hotel Guest Rooms Deluxe Room Renovated in 2005, the 350 square-foot Deluxe Rooms in the Stratosphere feature contemporary decoration, a work area with a desk and all the standard room amenities. Strip View Star Suite Spacious and elegant, the Star Suites boast marble entries, separate, over sized seating areas, spa tubs and separate showers. With some of the best views in Las Vegas, this suite is hard to pass up. Premier Suite At 2,165 square feet, this is one of the largest luxury suites in Las Vegas and features a dining room, two living rooms, a huge wet bar with seating, a kitchen area with refrigerator and a full bath and powder room with marble floors. Luxury has never looked so good, so high off the ground. You can also connect the Premier Suite on either side with a Star or Romance Suite. Stratosphere Hotel Photos Click on any image below to begin a slideshow. Use right and left arrows or the mouse to navigate once activated.

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Stratosphere World Tower, Vegas World Hotel EBN shopping center restaurant fitness center Facts The hotel has 2,446 guest rooms. The casino is 80,000 square feet in area. The hotel consists of three towers or wings. The World Tower also opened in 1996. It was completely renovated in the spring of 2005. On the 25th floor of this tower lies Beach Club 25, a resort club which includes a pool and other amenities. The Premier Tower is the most recently completed tower opening in 2001. It includes the hotel's largest rooms, and a pool and recreation deck on the 8th floor. This hotel was originally opened as the 102-room Vegas World Hotel & Casino in 1979. The casino closed its doors in 1995 to await transformation into the Stratosphere Hotel & Casino. In a renovation ending in 2001, the 97,000-square-foot Stratosphere casino was split into four smaller, separately themed casinos. A new tower and 2,500-space garage was also added to the complex.

The hotel tower wraps around the 1,149 foot Stratosphere Tower. Do you need more information about this building and its related companies? Las Vegas’ Stratosphere turns the big 2-0 | Las Vegas Blogs Home ♦ Featured ♦ Las Vegas’ Stratosphere turns the big 2-0 Las Vegas’ Stratosphere turns the big 2-0 Wednesday, April 27, 2016 ♦ Tweet Like Plus Pin It Share Guess who’s one year shy of buying a cocktail and hitting all the nightclubs? Yep, you guessed it. The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower turns 20 this Saturday, April 30. Twenty years is definitely a huge milestone. In celebration of the Stratosphere’s towering presence, we’re sharing our 20 favorite things and tidbits – in no particular order – on why we love this place. Yep, you can’t miss it that’s for sure. The Stratosphere Tower made its mark on the Strip 20 years ago. Photo courtesy of Vegas.com. 1. The Stratosphere tower is a whopping 1,149 feet tall.

There’s a reason why the iconic tower makes it mark on the Strip. It’s the tallest building in Las Vegas and 544 feet taller than the Space Needle in Seattle. The Stratosphere tower is actually the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States. 2. The Stratosphere took over the now defunct Vegas World casino. The Stratosphere was a vision from the late Bob Stupak who also owned the spaced-aged casino, Vegas World. It closed in 1995 to make way for the Stratosphere, where his dream became reality. Good night, sleep tight. You’ll be resting easy with the reasonably priced rooms, that’s for sure. Photo courtesy of Vegas.com. 3. The room value is awesome, especially for the Strip. Yeah, yeah. We know that the Stratosphere is not in the center of the Strip but you can easily get a cab, Lyft or bus ride there anyway. And it might be worth your while, since you’ll be saving those dolla-dolla bills. If you’re on a budget, the rooms are a lot more affordable than other ones on the Strip. Rooms start at $41 per night (say what!). 4.

The Stratosphere has its own urban legend. It’s always cool to stay somewhere that has a fun and quirky back story. It’s been said that one of the Stratosphere tower’s tripod legs is crooked. But don’t worry — the tower won’t be toppling in this lifetime. According to a Las Vegas Review-Journal article, the Stratosphere team hires an engineering firm to do periodic inspections of the legs for “structural integrity.” Lovely picture, right? This can be from your camera too — just sayin’. Photo courtesy of Alonzo Wright. 5. The observation deck has amazing Strip views. The observation deck is situated 869 feet high, which means you can see helicopters at eye level. We recommend coming here at sunset. The pink, purple and orange hues drive us wild every time. If the outdoor observation deck is too intense and gives you vertigo, there’s an indoor deck for your viewing pleasure. 6. High Roller coaster Long before the 550-foot-tall High Roller wheel hit the Strip, there was the other High Roller — the roller coaster at the Stratosphere. It opened a day before the hotel’s official opening and operated until Dec. 30, 2005.

Also known as the Let it Ride High Roller, this was the world’s highest roller coaster. It sat on top of the Stratosphere and took riders on a 360-degree trip. You could only imagine the views. I scream, you scream, we all scream for X-Scream! Photo courtesy of the Stratosphere. 7. X-Scream This is actually one of our favorite rides on the Strip. While the High Roller coaster is long gone, you can still enjoy this one. X-Scream is situated about 866 feet above the ground, making it one of the world’s highest amusement rides. Unlike the High Roller coaster, X-Scream doesn’t whip around the tower. Instead, it has a track that pivots back and forth like a see-saw. The moment you think you’re going to fly off the side of the building, the track teeters back. It’s X-Scream’s way of saying, “Just kidding, guys!” Ponytails and man-buns highly recommended. Big Shot, photo courtesy of Stratosphere. 8. Big Shot This is another fan favorite, and it feels nice and breezy too.

But talk about a 3-2-1 blast-off: The Big Shot launches you up into the air so quickly, you’ll feel like you shot off into space. Plus, with the weightlessness of 4 Gs, it’ll feel like you’re floating off your seat. The ride itself is only a couple of seconds, but it’ll be the most exhilarating couple of seconds in your life. If you want to see a fun video of how the ride looks, check out this Imagine Dragons music video . So what are you waiting for, big shot? Whee! This takes your average merry-go-round ride up a few notches… and a few hundred feet up too. Photo courtesy of the Stratosphere. 9. Insanity – The Ride Insane in the membrane, indeed: Insanity – The Ride extends 68 feet over the tower’s edge and spins you up to three Gs. The ride takes you on a thrilling, 70-degree angle at speeds of 40 miles per hour. The Strip is a staggering 900 feet below, so this ride gives you a rush in more ways than one. We’ll warn you right now that this isn’t the top choice after a big lunch.

Also, you’ll want to drink tons of water too. 10. SkyJump This is the best thrill ride not only at the Stratosphere but like, anywhere. SkyJump for joy on an amazing controlled free fall ride of a lifetime. You’ll be attached to a vertical zip line before jumping 855 feet from the 108th floor of the Stratosphere tower. During the ride, you’ll soar at 40 miles per hour. It’s not super fast, but you’ll appreciate the breeze and views of the city (keep your eyes open, you won’t regret it!). We also love that you don’t get that queasy feeling you would on a roller coaster. Once you get past the butterflies before the leap, it’s smooth sailing. After the ride’s over, you can cross jumping from one of the world’s tallest towers off your list. We’ll stop hyping it up so you can see it for yourself. Watch our SkyJump experience that earned us our sky-high bragging rights. This guy’s flyin’! Can you survive 108 flights (1,455 stairs)? We’re gasping for air already. Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Weekly. 11.

The annual Scale the Strat gets your heart pumping. This annual event raises money for the American Lung Association. During Scale the Strat, you’ll zoom up 108 flights (or 1,455 stairs). If you think that’s a breeze, good for you. We get tired conquering a mere three. If you’re planning to do this next year, make sure you stretch and have your water, Gatorade, coconut juice (whatever keeps you hydrated) on deck. For a double thrill, we’d like to propose the winner of the fastest time gets to go back down via SkyJump. What do you think? Gorgeous lounge paired with an even more gorgeous view. Photo courtesy of the Stratosphere. 12. 107 SkyLounge Whew, after reading all of those Vegas thrill rides at the Stratosphere, it’s time for a drink! And if you’re going to have a drink, we highly recommend 107 SkyLounge . Located on the 107th floor above the Top of the World restaurant (which we’ll get to next), this is one of the best places to admire views of the Strip.

Enjoy small plates and cocktails, as well as a twice-a-day happy hour. The DJ-spun music is bumpin’ too. This circular lounge also has one mean dirty martini. Dinner with a view is an understatement. Top of the World restaurant, photo courtesy of the Stratosphere. 13. Top of the World restaurant Want to take this restaurant for a spin? Good idea. Hit up Top of the World restaurant and you’ll have a spinning good time. Don’t expect spinning, like the spinning tea cups at Disneyland. The 80-minute rotation stays at a nice, relaxed pace. It slowly rotates 360 degrees throughout your meal, offering beautiful views of the Strip and Las Vegas valley. And like we previously mentioned about the observation deck, we recommend dining at sunset. Have drinks at the 107 SkyLounge and you’ll see the restaurant right below. The food is delicious too, offering everything from steak and fish to even vegan options. 14. Fellini’s at the Stratosphere Believe it or not, Fellini’s at the Stratosphere is one of the best Italian restaurants on the Strip. You have to try it for yourselves.

Besides delicious pasta and other traditional Italian favorites, we love the Old World murals and the soothing Motown and ’70s R&B jams that play overhead. After a couple of glasses of wine, we’re sure you’ll be singing and grooving in your seat in no time. Make sure to check out this hidden gem on your next trip. It’s great for date night. Our recommendation? The pasta primavera has us swooning. 15. This hotel has a 24-hour happy hour. We’re not kidding. Stratosphere is actually the only 24/7 happy hour in Vegas. There are different drink specials every two hours. And speaking of drinks, head to McCall’s Whiskey Bar, offering signature cocktails and a wide selection from the American Whiskey Trail. Vegas paradise, baby. Elation Pool, photo courtesy of the Stratosphere. 16. The pools are way cool. You didn’t think we’d go through this list without any of the pools, did you? We wouldn’t do that, especially with summer around the corner.

Both the main hotel’s 8th floor pool, Elation Pool and the 21-and-older Radius pool boast great views of the city and surrounding mountains. The Stratosphere just wrapped up its Elation Pool revamp, which includes new cabanas, daybeds and yummy frozen drinks and island-style food items. Non-hotel guests are welcome for a $10 entry fee. Don’t stop ’til you get enough. MJ Live, photo courtesy of Vegas.com. 17. MJ Live Hee, hee. Oww! If you’re a fan of MJ, you’ll love this show, MJ Live . A rotating cast of impersonators perform all the King of Pop’s hits including “Bad,” “Billie Jean,” “Smooth Criminal” and even a Jackson 5 throwback. You’ll be moonwalking for the rest of your trip. Or, what the heck — moonwalk up and down the aisles. No one is judging you because they’ll be doing the same dang thing. #TBT not needed. We’re ready for this retro show every night of the week. Pin Up, photo courtesy of Vegas.com. 18.

Pin Up Burlesque at its finest: This vintage-inspired show, Pin Up stars Claire Sinclair, 2011 Playboy Playmate of the Year. In this show, she takes you through a month-by-month pin up calendar, complete with dancers, singers and a live band. Plus, you’ll see everything from 1940s through 1960s beachwear and some other racy numbers. You can catch this sexy Vegas show on a Throwback Thursday (#TBT for your hash taggers), or any day after that (excluding Mondays and Tuesdays). 19. Shop ’til you drop. Just when you thought Stratosphere had it all with its pools, entertainment, room value, amusement rides, restaurants and lounges, the property also has a 75,000-square-foot retail space known as the Tower Shops. You’ll also find the L.A. Comedy Club here and even the 24-hour Fox and House Tattoo Shop. Not only can you get inked, you can also get your ear, brow, belly or nose pierced. 20. And hey, the tower itself works as a great city compass.

If you’re here visiting, the tower works as a great navigational method when you’re driving around the city. The tower marks the north end of the Las Vegas Strip. Once you get your north, south, east and west of Vegas covered, it’s pretty hard to get lost. And when in doubt, your friendly 1,149-foot point of reference isn’t going anywhere any time soon. Happy 20 years, Stratosphere!

Question: The Stratosphere Tower is the highest building in which US city?
Answer: Las Vegas